For over a century Wenchoster's Cathedral Sewing Services have specialised in producing high-quality but
affordable liturgical clothing and undergarments for the clerical profession of
the Wenchoster diocese.In 1985 this
family firm expanded its range to embrace the requirements of both male and
female clerics, deans and archdeacons, servers, vergers and choristers. The
following are just a few examples of our products. If you would like further
information on these or any other item, or wish for a custom-designed garment,
please do not hesitate to contact Miss. Olivet Bobbin (great-granddaughter of
Lizzie Claptrappe) via e-mail on

This generously-cut garment, designed by the Revd. Ivan Hoe in 1984, is made
from 100% pure shimmering industrial silk, sewn with six threads, and is fully
machine-washable. Stock colour is Scarlet, though other shades are available.
Recommended as standard wear for well-disciplined choiristers, it is the chosen
garment of the Wenchoster Cathedral choir. Optional accessories available on
special order from Whippalls.

THE D'ARTAGNAN

Supplied in sets of three, (one size for all and all fit one size), the
catapult and epee are extra. Fully reversible with larger design on the back.
Eucharistic vestment for the under-sized. Made from our own Fleur-de-lis
fabric, woven at the Nunnery of the Whimpering Sisters, Elba, and imported by Napoleon
Vetement, Paris, Grimsby & New York.

THE REGGIE

A classic garment designed for those of the "old school". Exterior
cloth waterproofed with resin scraped from the inner walls of our own wells
situated in the ruins of the ancient theological college in the deserted village
of Ascension, Somerset. Fully lined and upholstered throughout. 100% synthetic.
Designed for cathedral Evensong prayers, with arm slits allowing a wider view.
Clothing for the man (or woman) of principle.

THE FATHER RALPH

Imported from the Diocese of Q'appelle, Canada, for the "man" in
Black. Comes complete with all-purpose spatter-guard manufactured from crisp
starched 40% cotton, 40% polyester and 20% recycled wafers. Ideal for painting
chapels with White. As seen on CBS News-24 and recommended by the Botswana
University of Systematic Theology.

THE P & P BIB (Roman and
Episcopal models)

Had a "pig" of a day? These effective but simple garments keep
your shirt clean whilst being spoon-fed theology. Bottom rim drip trays fitted
as standard on the "extra pious" version. Water resistant 100% nylon.
Run-resistant. Ribbed. Especially effective when worn in pairs, as above, but
often inseparable if allowed to come into contact with each other.
Nevertheless, a fundamental addition to your wardrobe.

THE SISTER SHEILA

As worn in Australia by all ordained female priests. Made in our Belgian
factory at Lipstickin, Brugge, and stitched in our sweat-shop in Bombay, run by
the Little Sisters of Exploitation. Designed by Bishop Freidrich Otto von
Lederhosen from the Diocese of Rudesheim, it features our patented "ring
cycle" of stitching. Fits all standard clerical collars. Steel toe-cap
boots extra. A much sought-after item, so a minimum 5-week waiting period may
be expected following an order.

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Prices and samples of these and
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